Practical Guidance from Our Team.
Straightforward articles and legal explainers on family law, property, wills, employment and dispute resolution, written by the solicitors who handle these matters every day.
Administration of a Deceased Estate
When making a will it is essential to have your rights and obligations properly explained to you by an experienced lawyer.
Read articleBuying a Residential Property in Victoria
Buying a property involves many overwhelming considerations. Read our latest article on what to know before buying a residential property.
Read articleBuying Off the Plan
Expert legal advice on buying off the plan, including contract review, property encumbrances, and the latest legal developments.
Read articleCelebrating 50 Years in Legal Practice
The principal of this firm, Alan Alpass, achieved the remarkable milestone of celebrating 50 years in continuous legal practice on 3 March 2025.
Read articleChild Support
Expert legal advice on child support, including challenging assessments and private binding agreements.
Read articleChildren's Matters
Alpass & Associates offers expert legal advice on children's custody, access, and mediation for family disputes.
Read articleCommon Family Law Fallacies
In this article, we clear up some common family law fallacies and hope to provide useful information to assist with your family law matter.
Read articleContested Wills
Expert legal advice on contested wills and challenging estate distributions from Alpass & Associates.
Read articleDigital Assets and Death
What happens to your digital assets when you die? We explain how to protect and distribute online accounts, cryptocurrency and other digital property.
Read articleUpon Separation, Who Pays the Mortgage?
Learn who is responsible for the mortgage after separation and explore options for managing property and financial obligations during a split.
Read articleFinancial Agreements
Learn about financial agreements for couples and the importance of legal guidance to ensure their validity.
Read articleFinancial and Legal Considerations After Separation
Practical advice on parenting plans, financial settlement, and legal steps to take following a separation.
Read articleFinancial and Legal Advice in Family Inheritance Matters
Sound financial and legal advice is essential when navigating family inheritance matters and estate distribution.
Read articleGrass Roots: Adventures of a Suburban Lawyer
In November 2021, Principal Alan Alpass published a memoir covering his near five decades as a suburban solicitor.
Read articleIs a Testamentary Trust Right for You?
A testamentary trust might be the right tool to help you look after those you love. Read our latest article on whether a testamentary trust is right for you.
Read articlePersonal Injury Claims
You are best advised to consult us to find out your rights and obtain an opinion as to the strength of your case as early as possible.
Read articleProperty Settlements
Expert legal help with property settlements in family law, including asset division, mediation and court proceedings.
Read articleReal Estate Conveyancing: Why Employ a Solicitor?
In Victoria, either conveyancers or solicitors handle real estate paperwork. Here's why a solicitor is the safer choice.
Read articleSelling a Residential Property in Victoria
Selling your residential property is likely to be one of the most significant financial transactions you will ever make.
Read articleSocial Media and Family Law: Just Don't Do It
The general guideline when it comes to social media and family law disputes is simple: just don’t do it.
Read articleThe Downside of Social Media
With the dramatic rise in the use of social media, false statements harming third parties' reputations have become more common.
Read articleUnfair Dismissal Claims
Alpass & Associates helps with unfair dismissal claims under the Fair Work Act for both employees and employers.
Read articleVictims of Crime (VOCAT)
VOCAT is available to any person that has suffered either physical or emotional injury as a result of an act of violence.
Read articleWhat a Will Kit Doesn't Do
A lawyer with an understanding of succession law will guide you through this process and create not just a Will, but an effective estate plan.
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